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New Delhi: Delhi govt has drawn up a long-term plan to deal with the white froth floating on the Yamuna. It includes a three-pronged strategy involving the relocation of dhobi ghats, action against illegal units on the banks that wash and dye jeans, and the construction of a Rs 100-crore riverfront and Chhath ghat at…
The critically endangered Peacock Tarantula, or the Poecilotheria metallica, has gained prominence in the Eastern Ghats through Pawan Kalyan’s conservation efforts. The highly endangered tarantula is endemic to a part of Andhra Pradesh and is threatened by habitat destruction, illegal trade, and ecological imbalances. A conservation study for the tarantulas within the Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger…
Prayagraj: To improve riverfront management in the city, the Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) has decided to hand over the maintenance of seven main ghats along the Ganga and Yamuna to private institutions.The aim is to ensure better upkeep, regular cultural activities and enhanced basic facilities at these ghats.Under the plan, four ghats on the Ganga…
DEHRADUN/ HARIDWAR: Uttarakhand government is contemplating a ban on entry of non-Hindus in the 105 ghats of Haridwar spread across an area of 120 sq km, following the demand raised by a few seers and Ganga Sabha, the body overseeing the maintenance of the main Har-ki-Pauri ghat in Haridwar. Besides, the state also plans to…
Before the divine glow of Dev Deepawali lights up the ghats of Kashi, the city will first witness another spectacle, a confluence of art, rhythm, and spirituality. DD News reported, the Ganga Mahotsav 2025, scheduled from November 1 to 4, will transform Varanasi’s riverfront into a vibrant cultural stage celebrating India’s music, dance, and folk…
Somnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, becomes a spectacular sight during Diwali. The temple complex is illuminated with thousands of diyas, creating a radiant glow against the night sky. The festival is marked by special aartis, prayers, and cultural programs, making it a spiritual and visually captivating experience for pilgrims and…
The Western Ghats, a mountain range that stretches as long as 1,600 km, is dotted with lush green valleys, tea plantations, gurgling waterfalls, and so much more that just one trip would never be enough. Stretching across six states of India, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is also dotted with hill stations that double as…